Damon Frank & Kristina Dennis

The Recovered Life Show

Damon Frank

  • Should you date in early recovery?

Should you date in early recovery?

Wednesday 7th June 2023

Kiola Raines joins The Recovered Life Show to discuss the risks and rewards of dating in early recovery. Gain insights into balancing love and healing.
14 minutes
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The Recovered Life Show
Author:
Damon Frank & Kristina Dennis
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Financial Health in Recovery
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Dating in Early Recovery: Balancing Love and Healing

Episode Overview

  • Entering a relationship in early recovery: Keola Raines shares her experience and insights on the potential risks and challenges involved.
  • Impact on personal growth: Keola reflects on the impact of early relationships on her journey, highlighting the importance of intentional solitude and self-reflection.
  • Challenges and complexities: The episode explores the pros and cons of dating in early recovery, offering valuable perspectives for individuals navigating similar decisions.
  • The role of intuition: Keola encourages listeners to consider their intuition and experiences when making decisions about relationships in recovery.
  • Support and encouragement: The Recovered Life Show provides a platform for open discussions and insights, fostering a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in early recovery.
I learned that it's important to have some time of intentional solitude, a season where you are just really pouring into yourself, yourself, yourself, if you're able to do that. And I also learned that you risk a bit of personal growth when you attach yourself to someone early on in this journey.
Thinking about dating while you're fresh into your recovery journey? This episode of The Recovered Life Show tackles this very question. Hosts Damon Frank and Kristina Dennis team up with Kiola Raines, a seasoned recovery and wellness coach, to dissect the often tricky terrain of romance during early sobriety. Kiola shares her own story of diving into a new relationship just three months before embarking on her recovery.
Her candid reflections reveal both the highs and lows of dating at such a vulnerable time. They discuss everything from the potential for codependency to how a relationship can either hinder or help your personal growth. If you've ever wondered whether it's the right time to mix love and recovery, this episode offers a wealth of perspectives to help you decide. It's a heartfelt conversation that underscores the importance of self-awareness and intuition in navigating love while healing.